Benefit Corporations and Employee Ownership: A Perfect Match?
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM CDT
Location: Baird Ballroom A
CE: 1
CE Type: CPE, SHRM Education Level: For All Levels
Certified B (benefit) Corporations focus on the needs of people (including employees and the communities in which they operate) and the planet as well as on financial returns. Employee-owned companies are also focused on broad wealth creation and healthy workforces and communities by improving company performance and getting employee-owner buy-in. This session will discuss what a B Corp is, how it aligns with employee ownership culture, and some of the reasons it could be a fit for your company.
Learning Objectives:
Learn what it means to be a Certified B Corporation.
Learn about the symbiosis between ESOP ownership and B Corp status.
Learn why B Corp status may or may not make sense for your company.
